Jewish philanthropists
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 12 Collections and/or Records:
Edna Kean Zivin, 1949-1979
File
Identifier: B111.10.0010.0010
Abstract
Edna Kean was born June 20, 1906 to Max and Millie Kean, immigrants from Russia, and married Morris Zivin in Denver. She was very active in the Ladies Auxiliary of Beth Israel Hospital and volunteered with them for many years prior to her death on June 27, 2000.
Dates:
1949-1979
Evelyn Rosenthal Stone, 1983-1984
File
Identifier: B111.09.0009.0016
Abstract
Evelyn Rosenthal Stone was born in 1910. She graduated from the University of Denver in 1955 with her BA and again in 1958 with her MA, both in Education. She was a member of Delta Kappa gamma sorority and was one of the first women to be inducted into the Phi Delta Kappa Fraternity. in 1984 she was presented by the Minoru Yasui Community Volunteer Award for her extensive volunteer work with schools, the University, various medical centers, and the Salvation Army, among others. She worked for...
Dates:
1983-1984
Invitations and 75 Years of Service, 1972 - 1980
File
Identifier: B260.01.0001.0002
Abstract
Folder 2 contains an invitation to a reception paying tribute to Tillye Levy in 1978, an invitation to Tillye's birthday party in 1980, lyrics for a song written for Tillye's 85th birthday, and a copy of the Denver Section of the National Council of Jewish Women's, "75 Years of Service" booklet.
Dates:
Majority of material found within 1972 - 1980
Jesse Kortz , April 23, 1952 - August 4, 1989
File
Identifier: B111.06.0006.0008
Abstract
Jesse Kortz was owner of twelve (12) Kortz and Lee jewelry stores across Colorado, owner of some banks, and fundraiser for General Rose Hospital, Beth Israel hospital and home for the aged, and a number of other organizations. He was a trustee of General Rose Hospital.
Dates:
April 23, 1952 - August 4, 1989
Jewish Contributions Scrapbook, 1943-1989
Item
Identifier: B416.01.00004
Abstract
Scrapbook containing ephemera relating to James Radetsky's numerous service and philanthropic endeavors in addition to the Jewish National Fund. James, along with three other community members, founded a Jewish Day School in Denver, Hillel Academy. He also served on the board of many Denver area organizations.
Dates:
Coverage: 1943-1989
Jewish National Fund Scrapbook, 1943-1985
Item
Identifier: B416.01.00002
Abstract
Scrapbook containing ephemera relating to James Radetsky and the National Jewish Fund. James Radetsky founded the Jewish National Fund in Denver and served as chairman for 40 years. The Jewish National Fund is a non-profit organization founded in Switzerland in 1901 that supports Israel and its independence.
Dates:
Coverage: 1943-1985
Louis A. Pollack , 1956
File
Identifier: B111.08.0008.0004
Abstract
Mrs. Pollack was president of the Jewish Family and Children's Service, on the board of the Denver Area Community Chest, vice president of the Visiting Nurse Association, and on the state advisory committee on planning for the aged. She believed that peace in the world is up to women.
Dates:
1956
Melvin and Elaine Wolf Foundation Funding Records, 2005-2010
File
Identifier: B094.02.0008.0021
Abstract
This file contains records from 2005-2010 about the Melvin and Elaine Wolf Foundation's donations to NCJW.
Dates:
2005-2010
Milton M. Schayer, 1907-1914
File
Identifier: B171.01.0001.0005
Abstract
Contains correspondence between the Industrial Removal Office in New York and the B'nai B'rith Removal Committee in Denver. Milton M. Schayer was chairman of the committee from 1907 to 1914 when the IRO Committee was disbanded.
Dates:
1907-1914
Misc. Events, 1928-1986
File
Identifier: B094.06.0009.0029
Abstract
File contains information about miscellaneous events from 1928-1986, including a flattened 1984 milk carton from Robinson Dairy with an advertisement for an event.
Dates:
1928-1986